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Career Summary
University of Massachusetts - Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
2020-Present
Senior Lecturer
Becker College - School of Animal Studies
2014 - 2020
Assistant Professor & Staff Veterinarian
Anchor Animal Hospital
2013 - 2014
Associate Veterinarian
Eastern Shore Animal Hospital
2007-2013
Associate Veterinarian
2020-Present
Senior Lecturer
- Teach and develop curriculum in the Department of Veterinary and animal Sciences
- Academic Advisor for veterinary and animal science students
- Courses: Research Animal Management I and II, Introduction to Animal Science, One Health: People, Animals, and the Environment, Small Animal Nursing
- Academic Service:
- Northeast Student Affiliates (NESA), Advisor
Becker College - School of Animal Studies
2014 - 2020
Assistant Professor & Staff Veterinarian
- Teach and develop curriculum in various programs within the School of Animal Studies
- Staff Veterinarian for the Lenfest Animal Health Center at Becker College
- Academic Advisor for students within the School of Animal Studies: Pre-Veterinary, Veterinary technology, Equine Studies, Veterinary Science
- Courses: Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, Equine Biomechanics and Conformation, Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Nursing, Equine Pathology and Diseases, Equine Anatomy and Physiology, One Health: People, Animals, Plants and the Environment
- Academic Service:
- Faculty Senate, Chair 2017-present
- School of Animal Studies- Chair of Equine Studies Program 2017- present
- School of Animal Studies- Chair of Academic Programs 2015-2016
- Pre-Veterinary Curriculum Committee, Chair 2015-2016
- Honors: Becker College Award for Excellence in Teaching 2017-2018
Anchor Animal Hospital
2013 - 2014
Associate Veterinarian
- Establish and maintain excellent interpersonal and client communication
- Provide high quality diagnostic and treatment plans for complex medical cases , advanced services include but not limited to abdominal ultrasound, general orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, chemotherapy, canine/feline dentistry, PennHip and OFA certification
- Oversee and implement anesthesia and pain management protocols
- Participate in the National Veterinary Accreditation Program through USDA-APHIS and provide interstate and international health certificates for animal travel
- Supervise veterinary technical staff
Eastern Shore Animal Hospital
2007-2013
Associate Veterinarian
- In addition to the duties performed at Anchor Animal Hospital:
- Developed and implemented preventative medicine programs for multiple species of animals and for different life stages
- Administered emergency medical and surgical care during regular business hours and was available for after-hour emergencies
- Provided medical care and ambulatory services for large animal species including horses, sheep, goats and herd health services for the Chincoteague Pony herd located on Assateague Island National Park
- Worked in conjunction with local wildlife rehabilitators to ensure proper treatment and release of injured wildlife
- Managed inventory and usage of all controlled substances in the hospital, keeping with state, federal and AAHA regulations
- Assisted in the day to day operation and management of a full service animal hospital that includes boarding and grooming services
- Managed hospital website and social media presence (2010-2011)
Education
Colorado State University - CVMBS
2003-2007
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
1998-2002
M.S. Animal Science
B.S. Animal Science
Stockbridge School of Agriculture
1996-1998
A.S. Equine Industries
Bristol County Agricultural High School
1992-1996
Animal Science
2003-2007
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
1998-2002
M.S. Animal Science
B.S. Animal Science
Stockbridge School of Agriculture
1996-1998
A.S. Equine Industries
Bristol County Agricultural High School
1992-1996
Animal Science
Research Experience
Merck – Merial Summer Research Program
2004 Fort Collins, CO
Research Assistant
University of Massachusetts - Animal Science Dept.
2002 Amherst, MA
M.S. candidate
National Institutes of Health – NICHD
2000-2001 Poolesville, MD
Research Assistant
University of Massachusetts – Animal Science Dept.
1999-2000 Amherst, MA
Research Assistant
2004 Fort Collins, CO
Research Assistant
- Applied molecular biology techniques to develop a more specific and sensitive PCR test for detecting Jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus (JSRV)
- Assisted in developing an animal model to study aerosolized drug delivery system to treat pulmonary tumors
- Poster Presentation: Student Symposium:Auburn, AL
University of Massachusetts - Animal Science Dept.
2002 Amherst, MA
M.S. candidate
- Implemented immunological techniques to study trypanosomiasis and the parasite that causes the disease in cattle and Cape buffalo with the goal of developing a vaccine
- Journal Club: weekly attendance, presented research findings once per semester
National Institutes of Health – NICHD
2000-2001 Poolesville, MD
Research Assistant
- Observed free-ranging rhesus macaques and collected behavioral data focusing on mother-infant relationships
- Poster Presentation: Summer Research Program: Bethesda, MD
University of Massachusetts – Animal Science Dept.
1999-2000 Amherst, MA
Research Assistant
- Assisted PhD candidate with development of PCR test to distinguish between various strains of Brucella abortus , the cause of brucellosis in several species
- Publication: Parent MA, Carreiro N, Baldwin CL et al. Brucella abortus bacA mutant induces greater
Professional Development
2021 AVMA Conference/ RECOVER Advanced CPR 24 CE Credits
2020 World Veterinary Association Congress 15 CE Credits
2019 New England Veterinary Conference 14 CE Credits
2019 MVMA Winter Conference (Poultry Medicine) 06 CE Credits
2018 Fetch 360 Veterinary Conference 21 CE Credits
2017 Colorado State University Annual Conference 19 CE Credits
2016 World Vets- Veterinary Field Anesthesia and Surgery 23 CE Credits
2015 AVMA Conference- Boston 15 CE Credits
2014 New York State Veterinary Conference – Fall 2014 14 CE Credits
American Heart Association – CPR and AED certification
Pet First Aid and CPR certification
2013 Animal Dental Training Center – Baltimore 24 CE credits
-Oral Surgery and Endodontics
2012 PennHip Certification
2012 AAHA Conference 21 CE credits
2011 NAVC Conference 27 CE credits
2010 AAEP 56th Convention 11 CE credits
2010 NAVC Conference 25 CE credits
2009 Western Veterinary Conference 24 CE credits
- Abdominal Ultrasound
2008 Orthopedic Surgery Short Course 24 CE credits
2008 Frank Workshop – Enhancing Client Communication Skills
2020 World Veterinary Association Congress 15 CE Credits
2019 New England Veterinary Conference 14 CE Credits
2019 MVMA Winter Conference (Poultry Medicine) 06 CE Credits
2018 Fetch 360 Veterinary Conference 21 CE Credits
2017 Colorado State University Annual Conference 19 CE Credits
2016 World Vets- Veterinary Field Anesthesia and Surgery 23 CE Credits
2015 AVMA Conference- Boston 15 CE Credits
2014 New York State Veterinary Conference – Fall 2014 14 CE Credits
American Heart Association – CPR and AED certification
Pet First Aid and CPR certification
2013 Animal Dental Training Center – Baltimore 24 CE credits
-Oral Surgery and Endodontics
2012 PennHip Certification
2012 AAHA Conference 21 CE credits
2011 NAVC Conference 27 CE credits
2010 AAEP 56th Convention 11 CE credits
2010 NAVC Conference 25 CE credits
2009 Western Veterinary Conference 24 CE credits
- Abdominal Ultrasound
2008 Orthopedic Surgery Short Course 24 CE credits
2008 Frank Workshop – Enhancing Client Communication Skills
Professional Memberships
2007- present American Veterinary Medical Association
2013- present Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association
2020-Present AALAS Member
2010- 2020 American Association of Equine Practitioners
2015- 2020 Association of Veterinary Technician Educators
2007- 2014 American Animal Hospital Association
2008- 2014 Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
2013- present Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association
2020-Present AALAS Member
2010- 2020 American Association of Equine Practitioners
2015- 2020 Association of Veterinary Technician Educators
2007- 2014 American Animal Hospital Association
2008- 2014 Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Professional Licenses
Massachusetts Veterinary License
Virginia Veterinary License
DEA License
USDA Accreditation (category II)
PennHip Certification
Virginia Veterinary License
DEA License
USDA Accreditation (category II)
PennHip Certification
Languages
English, Portuguese, conversational Spanish